Manager of Talent Acquisition
IchorIchor Systems has an immediate opening for a Manager of Talent Acquisition. Located in Sauk Rapids, MN, this position will suit a hands-on leader who wants to be responsible for driving full-cycle recruiting, ensuring accurate execution of hiring processes and policies, and partnering with business leaders, HRBPs, and external vendors to consistently deliver high-quality talent, meet hiring timelines, and provide a seamless, positive experience for both candidates and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership & Delivery
Lead, coach, and develop a team of recruiters to achieve hiring goals
Set clear performance expectations and leverage metrics to track progress and drive accountability
Allocate resources effectively to meet changing business priorities and hiring demand
Promote a “One Ichor” culture and drive teamwork and collaboration among the TA and HRBP team members, inclusive of Ichor internal stakeholders.
Recruiting Strategy & Execution
Partner with HRBPs and business leaders to understand workforce needs and develop hiring plans
Actively seek out and track local and regional hiring market data to develop and adjust the TA strategy and approach as needed. Oversee full-cycle recruiting
Implement sourcing strategies that build diverse and high-quality talent pipelines
Ensure a consistent, structured, and compliant selection processes
Employer Brand & Employee Value Proposition (EVP)
Locally execute the company’s employer brand strategy across all recruiting touchpoints, ensuring consistent and compelling messaging
Ensure job postings, candidate communications, events, and outreach reflect the EVP and strengthen market competitiveness
Gather and share market and candidate insights to inform ongoing refinement of employer branding and messaging
Plan and support talent marketing initiatives, hiring events, and community engagement efforts to build brand awareness
Participate in local professional organizations (HR groups, industry organizations, Chamber of Commerce, etc) to understand competitive landscape and build Ichor’s employer brand
Operations & Process Improvement
Collaborate with Global TA function on continuous improvement of recruiting processes, tools, and workflows
Monitor and report on key metrics (time-to-fill, quality of hire, funnel health, etc.)
Ensure data integrity within the ATS and recruiting systems
Stakeholder & Candidate Experience
Serve as a trusted advisor to hiring managers on market trends, talent availability, and hiring best practices
Champion a high-quality, inclusive, and engaging candidate experience
Partner with HR, Total Rewards, and Employer Branding to align messaging and offers
Compliance & Governance
Ensure adherence to local and federal employment laws, internal policies, and global hiring standards
Support audits, reporting requirements, and process documentation
Position requirements:
8+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience2+ years of people leadership or team-lead responsibility
Experience recruiting across multiple functions and levels
Strong knowledge of recruiting metrics and operational excellence
Demonstrated ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders
Experience in [manufacturing / technology / global organizations — customize]
Experience supporting high-volume and/or technical recruiting
Familiarity with global hiring practices and immigration processes
Key Competencies
Strategic thinking with strong execution focus
Coaching and team development
Data-driven decision making
Stakeholder influence and communication
Continuous improvement mindset